Wine Education and Tips
Have you heard the word "Vendemmia"? In Italian, it refers to the grape harvest —...
Does wine really get better with age? Most wines are made to drink young. Learn which wines age well, how to store them at home in Japan, and the story of ancient Rome's legendary Falernian wine — explained by an Italian-born sommelier.
What blending is, how it differs from single-varietal wines, and the little-known historical fact that Chianti was legally required to include white grapes until 2006. An Italian sommelier explains the technique behind wine complexity.
The story behind Super Tuscan wines — how they emerged by breaking Italy's appellation rules, why IGT does not mean inferior, food pairings, and when to drink them. Explained by an Italian-born wine importer in Tokyo.
From gifts to everyday use, Federico explains how to choose a red wine set. A quick-reference chart by budget, style, and region, plus two SWIRL picks starting from ¥2,200.
An Italian importer explains the difference between DOCG, DOC, and IGT in Italian wine. From Super Tuscans and IGT to the government blind-tasting system, learn how to read a label with confidence.